What is Mesothelioma?

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer caused by asbestos exposure that can affect the protective lining of the lungs, abdomen, and heart. Most people who are diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease inhaled asbestos particles, dust or fibers at work or a job site.

Common Mesothelioma Symptoms

Because of the delayed onset of symptoms(up to 50 years after exposure), many victims of asbestos exposure are not diagnosed with the disease until it has advanced to the latter stages. While some with the disease may not show any symptoms initially, others experience mild to severe symptoms including:

Anyone with a history or likelihood of asbestos exposure experiencing these symptoms is encouraged to visit a skilled physician for a thorough examination. Those with past asbestos exposure should visit a doctor for regular mesothelioma screenings even if they are not currently experiencing symptoms.

Have You Been Diagnosed with Mesothelioma?

Being diagnosed with mesothelioma comes as a shock. You may have felt healthy for many years before symptoms started to appear. While you may not be able to change your diagnosis, there are options for how you empower yourself to tackle this. If you’ve been diagnosed, educating yourself is of primary importance.

Coping with your recent diagnosis requires an emotional and physical commitment for all parties involved. Three key elements to manage this disease are:

Dealing with the illness by educating yourself thoroughly is the best approach you can take. In doing so, familiarize yourself with the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of mesothelioma.

Importance of Seeking Medical Attention

Medical advice and attention is extremely important. Your primary physician may be the one who diagnosed mesothelioma, however a second opinion is always recommended. Not an opinion from another doctor but ideally a group of specialists who can provide the most efficient treatment and care plan customized especially for you or your loved one. Types of specialists include thoracic surgeons, oncologists, and pain management experts. Unique treatment plans are usually determined by the patients’ age and health. Typically they can consist of radiation, chemotherapy, oral medications, surgery, gene therapy pain management and more.

Legal Consultation and Compensation

Under the law, if you or a family member has mesothelioma or an asbestos-related disease, you may be entitled to compensation from the companies that are responsible for the asbestos products that caused your disease. Submit your request for a FREE, no obligation, consultation by filling out the short form on this page.